Kayleigh Moore

JULY 19, 2022

My friend and fellow freelance writer Emma Siemasko and I have been talking about all things freelance writing on our podcast , and season five just wrapped up. If you’re a freelance writer (or thinking about becoming one), this podcast is for you. In fact, we know many successful freelancers who did (and still do!)

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Make a Living Writing

JANUARY 13, 2024

And even a large number of writing job boards that promise well-paying jobs turn out to only have gigs that pay enough per assignment to fill your gas tank. Skip those, and move on to sites that pay better rates so you can truly get paid to write. Ready to find sites that pay freelance writers $100 and up? Updated for 2024!)

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Elna Cain

APRIL 5, 2023

Writing is a form of creativity, and as freelance writers, it’s our job to write compelling blog posts, white papers, case studies, or any content a client wants. And because we write, this job can take a toll on us whether we like it or not. That’s a tall order for a freelance writer.

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Elna Cain

JANUARY 1, 2023

Another accomplishment I’ve had because of my writing is landing some high-paying and notable clients this year. To help you achieve the best in 2023, let’s go over some freelance writing resolutions you can set for your business. If you’re writing for $.10/word, Raise Your Rate and Make More Money.

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Smart Blogger

MARCH 10, 2023

Think it’s impossible to find profitable freelance writing niches in 2023? In this post, we’ll cover the different niches available to freelance writers, and give you guidance on how to choose the right one for you. Now, before we begin, here’s a warning: Don’t get hung up on the perfect freelance niche for you.

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Express Writers

APRIL 24, 2024

If you enjoy writing of any type, a career as a freelance copywriter could be a good choice for you. Freelance writers typically set their own schedule and choose the amount of work they do, a significant bonus for anyone looking for more flexibility in their careers. What Is a Freelance Copywriter?

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Freelance Writing Jobs

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

If you google Am I too old to become a freelance writer or Is it too late to write , you’ll see tons of similar questions in writing communities. This guide will also help you take your first steps to launch a freelance writing career in the senior age. Is Aging an Obstacle to Freelance Writing?

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Elna Cain

JUNE 3, 2023

And this is a high-paying freelance writing project too. It’s not fun since I’ve been freelance writing since 2014, and you would think I wouldn’t be dealing with difficult clients! This freelance writing client was great in the beginning.

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The Creative Penn

MAY 13, 2024

How can you blend ‘work for hire', ghostwriting, and being an indie author into a successful hybrid career writing books for children? This podcast is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life , which helps authors self-publish and reach readers in global markets through the Kobo eco-system. Aubre Andrus gives her tips.

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Make a Living Writing

JANUARY 10, 2023

If you not only love to be creative, but also love to help other people bring their creativity to life, you might be good at being a book writing coach. A good coach helps an author along their process of getting a book written and published. What is A Book Writing Coach? I'M WRITING MY TO. GET THE GUIDE!

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Make a Living Writing

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

What’s the secret to creating a freelance writing website that get’s noticed? And you’ve got all the right stuff there to get that person to call, email, or connect to talk about freelance work. Chances are pretty good you already know a good website helps pro freelance writers stand out.

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Elna Cain

JANUARY 28, 2023

Fortunately, adding a side hustle like freelance writing, can help you live more freely (travel around the world) and sustainably. One of the best reasons I love about being a freelance writer is you can make up your own salary and rates. I wrote a post a while ago about how to manage your money as a new freelance writer.

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Make a Living Writing

AUGUST 21, 2023

The big question is often, is book writing profitable? So yes, publishing books CAN be profitable. Can I earn a living from books or not? Is Book Writing Profitable? The Time Investment Writing a book can take anywhere from 90 days to a year (or more). So, is book writing profitable?

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Jane Friedman

JULY 5, 2023

Today’s post is by David Wogahn, the author of Countdown to Book Launch and the president of AuthorImprints , a self-publishing services company. A writer’s investment in their book is more than time and creativity. For indie authors, the firm or freelancer you hired to prepare files may close or disagreements may develop.

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Elna Cain

JANUARY 7, 2023

As a freelance writer, you are probably always looking for ways to improve your skills. It gives you the opportunity to observe successful writers and helps you learn more about writing. Reading can help you learn more about things like writing rules, writing styles, and developing a writing voice.

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Caroline Gibson

MARCH 20, 2023

”, there’s a skyscrapingly-high chance that I’ll politely say I’m booked up and unavailable to help. It’s important first to discuss the exact scope of the project and take a number of factors into account in order to give an estimate. If a client enquiry is mainly concerned with asking “What’s your day rate?”,

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Make a Living Writing

APRIL 15, 2024

Writing and editing are one of those great fields where you have the option of remote work. We will dive into some of the best remote freelance jobs along with tips to find them. In this article, we explore some of the best remote freelance jobs for writers and editors, along with tips on how to thrive in these roles.

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Caroline Gibson

MAY 14, 2023

A freelance copywriter recently told me that he’d provided some copy for a new client who then ghosted him. Here’s why getting a down payment is so important for a freelance copywriter Just like the five lights signalling the start of a Grand Prix, having a down payment means the work can officially commence. I continued.

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Kayleigh Moore

MAY 13, 2021

Popping in today to share a few lessons learned from my seven years as a full-time freelance writer. Freelance writers have to keep a lot of their own plates spinning, but that doesn’t mean they have to do everything by themselves. This phrase is one I swiped from Convertkit , but it applies to freelance writers, too.

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Make a Living Writing

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Are you in the midst of starting a freelance writing business? Why I Started My Freelance Writing Business As Christmas 2023 drew near, I felt anything but good cheer. Here are five things I wish someone had told me so you can succeed while starting a freelance writing business 1.

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Elna Cain

MAY 31, 2024

You just landed your first writing gig ! When you want to land another freelance client, you’re back at the square one: no sample to show, no way you can build a portfolio. It feels like a freelance Catch-22. For example, for my niche of SaaS content writing, I would focus on SaaS businesses. free to guest post) 2.

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Kayleigh Moore

AUGUST 22, 2022

Will companies move more writing work in-house, cutting freelance budgets? We can’t know what the future holds, but having a few income streams can help offset some of the current “weirdness” when it comes to freelance work (or even full-time work, for that matter. For the first half of this year, I’ve been inundated with work.

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Kayleigh Moore

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

In two months, I’ll be celebrating the 10-year anniversary of leaving my full-time job (I worked in marketing/PR for a non-profit straight out of college) to pursue freelance writing *totally on my own.* In those moments, I have to re-wire my brain and give myself permission to get up, go outside, or pick up a book.

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Freelance Magic

JANUARY 16, 2023

I know a lot of freelancers who only write one or two pieces a week, and that’s totally cool too. But I’ve been doing this for 8 years now (my freelance anniversary is coming up this month!) Most of the pieces I write are for retainer clients I’ve been working with for a long time (some for over four years!),

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Freelance Writing Jobs

MARCH 16, 2023

Freelance writing is one of the most favored freelance jobs in the world. You can even build writing skills from ground zero by reading articles, joining webinars, and practicing regularly. A whopping 82% of freelancers in the US are writers. It is a job that you can learn by self-studying and exercising.

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Freelance Union

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

If you're a freelancer --and a workaholic at that– any of these would feel like a death sentence. Never write or call anyone unless you're emotionally ready. Projects are not going to wait for you. As projects must go on, the processing of checks must, too. Try writing a story or painting a picture.

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Make a Living Writing

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

If you are someone who already has great writing skills, you might be interested in learning how to become a freelance editor, too. Editing is one of those great adjacent skills to writing, so it makes sense to offer both to clients, especially if you are trying to make more money. What Do Freelance Editors Do?

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Smart Blogger

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Looking for freelance writing sites? What if someone did all the hard work for you, organizing a list of places to look for great writing gigs? No, this one not only includes paid writing jobs for beginners, but also a list of sites for those who are ready to level up their writing game. Smart Blogger Jobs Board.

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Smart Blogger

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Whether you’re a seasoned freelance writer or a new writer with no experience, freelance writing jobs that pay are still plentiful in 2022, 2023, and beyond — if: You know where to look… You know how to promote yourself… And you know how to differentiate yourself from your fellow writers. That’s where we come in.

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Freelance Writing Jobs

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Young freelance writers who are just starting out experience the same fear of disappointing a client and never finding another writing job again. It’s the one feeling you must rid yourself of if you ever want to fulfill a long career as a freelance writer. Which mistakes are you making as a freelancer? Click To Tweet.

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Contently

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

How do you know when a freelance writer is worth keeping? It comes down to more than their writing chops. A great freelance writer can be a tremendous asset to your company and a long-term partner who helps keep your marketing motor running. But less-than-stellar freelance work will cost you money and massive amounts of time.

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Freelance Union

MARCH 9, 2023

I'd say that one of the hardest things to figure out when I first started freelancing was time management. When you're a freelancer, your time is entirely your own. So, I thought I would share my tips for fellow freelancers about time management - your time is money, so maximizing your time maximizes your money.

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Smart Blogger

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Or get paid to write from time to time? In this post, you’ll learn exactly how to make money writing – different strategies, how to do it – basically, everything you need to know to succeed. But the truth is that most of them don’t want to think about the practicalities of becoming a full-time freelance writer. Absolutely.

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Freelance Magic

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Today, I’m handing over the blog to Erika Rykun who has written a great guide to choosing a freelance career. Traditional forms of works are becoming less popular every year while the freelance economy is growing day by day. In the UK, there’s a 31% increase each year in the number of freelancers.

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Jane Friedman

JANUARY 26, 2023

One question I was asked a few times around my book launch was, “How is it to promote a book about introversion when you are an introvert?” When I wrote my humorous advice book for introverted parents Babies Don’t Make Small Talk (So Why Should I?), What I’ve learned: there are a lot of different ways to promote a book.

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Freelance Writing Jobs

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Young freelance writers who are just starting out experience the same fear of disappointing a client and never finding another writing job again. It’s the one feeling you must rid yourself of if you ever want to fulfill a long career as a freelance writer. Which mistakes are you making as a freelancer? Click To Tweet.

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Jane Friedman

JULY 21, 2023

Granted, I was doing a few things differently, including writing in a new genre, and I cannot say precisely what worked. What made the biggest difference was changing my first paragraph, and more specifically, pitching myself first, not my project. Meanwhile, freelancing is relatively easy to get into. And a day off.

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